Can you be forced to file for child support if you and the father of the child have a verbal agreement on an amount to be paid monthly?
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Can you be forced to file for child support if you and the father of the child have a verbal agreement on an amount to be paid monthly?
Asked on December 3, 2012 under Family Law, Wisconsin
Answers:
M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
Do you mean can the State force you to have a written agreement? Probably yes being that child support is for the benefit if the child and not the parents and there are minimum guidelines that the state requires. Now, if you agree to more the court is fine with that but I would check with an attorney in your area on this asap. Good luck.
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